Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Asked 6 months ago

Can seborrhea cause hair loss?

My doctor recently diagnosed me with seborrhea on my scalp. I've been seeing a lot of hair fall lately, especially when I wash my hair. I'm worried if this condition can actually make my hair fall out.

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Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, seborrhea, or excessive oil production on the scalp, can clog hair follicles and lead to inflammation, which triggers temporary hair shedding. This condition is highly manageable with proper dermatological care. Consulting a skin specialist is the most effective approach.

Priyanka Joshi Priyanka Joshi Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Excess sebum and oil on the scalp can definitely weaken hair roots, leading to shedding. While reducing oily, greasy foods and eating a clean diet can help balance your skin's oil production, you should definitely consult a doctor for a proper medicated scalp treatment.

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Swami Devendra Swami Devendra Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

In my practice, I have found that keeping the body cool and stress-free helps balance scalp oils. Seborrhea can cause temporary hair fall due to the heavy build-up on the scalp. Please keep your scalp clean, practice gentle breathing, and consult a doctor for appropriate care.

Rinchen Bhutia Rinchen Bhutia Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, seborrhea creates a perfect environment for yeast to grow, leading to itching, scratching, and subsequent hair fall. The hair loss is usually reversible once the scalp environment is normalized. Get a good ketoconazole shampoo prescribed by a doctor.

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Meena Saxena Meena Saxena Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I have seen many people in this community worry about seborrhea and hair fall. The oiliness itself doesn't destroy the hair, but the resulting inflammation and yeast growth do weaken the roots. A dermatologist can prescribe a simple antifungal wash to resolve this.

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